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  • Page 1 Preface Z97-G43 GAMING Motherboard G52-78161X8...

  • Page 2: Preface

    ASMedia Technology Inc. ® ￭ iPad, iPhone, and iPod are trademarks of Apple Inc. ￭ Qualcomm Atheros and Killer are trademarks of Qualcomm Atheros Inc. Revision History Revision Revision History Date V2.1 Release for Z97-G43 GAMING 2014/ 03 Preface...

  • Page 3: Smartphone Application

    If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com/service/download/ Contact our technical staff at: http://register.msi.com/...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions ￭ Always read the safety instructions carefully. ￭ Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. ￭ Keep this equipment away from humidity. ￭ Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. ￭ The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating.

  • Page 5: Fcc-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 6: Radiation Exposure Statement

    Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment and its antenna should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This equipment and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

  • Page 7: Battery Information

    Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Chemical Substances Information In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at: http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.html Preface...

  • Page 8: Weee (Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment) Statement

    MSI will comply with the product take back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded products that are sold into the EU. You can return these products to local collection points.
  • Page 9 MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.
  • Page 10 MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del loro ciclo di vita.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS ▍ Preface ......................i Copyright Notice .......................ii Trademarks ......................ii Revision History .......................ii Smartphone Application ..................iii Technical Support ....................iii Safety Instructions ....................iv FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ........... v CE Conformity ......................v Radiation Exposure Statement ................vi European Community Compliance Statement ............vi Taiwan Wireless Statements ...................vi Japan VCCI Class B Statement ................vi Korea Warning Statements ..................vi...
  • Page 12 CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power Connectors ........1-21 JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors ............1-22 JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connector ........... 1-23 JUSB3: USB 3.0 Expansion Connector ............1-23 JTPM1: TPM Module Connector ..............1-24 JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector .............. 1-24 JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector ............1-25 JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector ..............
  • Page 13 OC ........................3-17 M-FLASH ......................3-24 OC PROFILE ..................... 3-25 HARDWARE MONITOR ..................3-26 Appendix A Realtek Audio ................A-1 Software Configuration ..................A-2 Software panel overview ................A-2 Auto popup dialog ..................A-3 Hardware Default Setting ..................A-4 Appendix B Intel RAID ................B-1 Introduction ......................B-2 Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM..........B-3 Degraded RAID Array ..................B-10...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Thank you for choosing the Z97-G43 GAMING Series (MS-7816 v2.X) ATX motherboard. The Z97-G43 GAMING Series motherboards are based on Intel Z97 Express chipset for optimal system efficiency. Designed to fit ® the advanced Intel LGA1150 processor, the Z97-G43 GAMING Series ®...

  • Page 16: Packing Contents

    * These pictures are for reference only and may vary without notice. * The packing contents may vary according to the model you purchased. * If you need to purchase the optional accessories or request part numbers, please visit the MSI website at http://www.msi.com/index.php or consult the dealer. Getting Started...

  • Page 17: Assembly Precautions

    Assembly Precautions ■ The components included in this package are prone to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please adhere to the following instructions to ensure successful computer assembly. ■ Always turn off the power supply and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing any computer component.

  • Page 18: Motherboard Specifications

    Motherboard Specifications ■ Supports 4 and 5 Generation Intel Core™ Processors, and Intel ® ® Pentium and Celeron Processors for Socket LGA1150 Support ® ® Chipset ■ Intel Z97 Express Chipset ® Memory ■ 4x DDR3 memory slots supporting up to 32GB ■...
  • Page 19 Back Panel ■ 1x PS/2 keyboard/ mouse combo port ■ 6x USB 2.0 ports Connectors ■ 1x HDMI port ■ 1x VGA port ■ 1x DVI-D port ■ 1x LAN (RJ45) port ■ 2x USB 3.0 ports ■ 6x OFC audio jacks Internal ■...
  • Page 20 Killer Network Manager Form ■ ATX Form Factor ■ 12.0 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Factor For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com/cpu-support/ For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/test-report/ Getting Started...

  • Page 21: Connectors Quick Guide

    Connectors Quick Guide DIMM1 CPU Socket DIMM2 SYSFAN1 DIMM3 DIMM4 JPWR2 CPUFAN1 CPUFAN2 Back Panel JPWR1 JUSB3 PCI_E1 JBAT1 PCI_E2 SATA2 PCI_E3 SYSFAN3 PCI1 SATA1 PCI_E4 SATA3_4 PCI2 SATA5_6 PCI3 JCI1 JFP2 JFP1 JAUD1 JUSB2 JTPM1 JUSB1 JLPT1 SYSFAN2 JCOM1 Getting Started...
  • Page 22 Connectors Reference Guide Port Name Port Type Page Back Panel I/O Ports CPU Socket LGA1150 CPU Socket 1-12 CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3 Fan Power Connectors 1-21 DIMM1~4 DDR3 Memory Slots 1-15 JAUD1 Front Panel Audio Connector 1-25 JBAT1 Clear CMOS Jumper 1-27 JCI1 Chassis Intrusion Connector 1-24 JCOM1...

  • Page 23: Back Panel Quick Guide

    Back Panel Quick Guide PS/2 Keyboard/ Mouse Combo LAN Port Port* USB 2.0 Port Line-In RS-Out USB 2.0 Port Line-Out CS-Out SS-Out USB 2.0 Port* HDMI DVI-D Port USB 3.0 Port * Gaming Device Port. ▶ PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo Port A combination of PS/2 mouse/keyboard DIN connector for a PS/2 mouse/keyboard.
  • Page 24 ▶ USB 3.0 Port USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed). Important In order to use USB 3.0 devices, you must connect to a USB 3.0 port. If a USB cable is used, it must be USB 3.0 compliant.

  • Page 25: Cpu (Central Processing Unit)

    This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to overclock, please make sure that all other system components can tolerate overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product specifications is not recommend. MSI does not guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product specifications.

  • Page 26: Cpu & Heatsink Installation

    CPU & Heatsink Installation When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps below to ensure correct CPU and heatsink installation. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the motherboard.
  • Page 27 3. Align the notches with the socket alignment keys. Lower the CPU straight down, without tilting or sliding the CPU in the socket. Inspect the CPU to check if it is properly seated in the socket. 4. Close and slide the load plate under the retention knob. Close and engage the load lever.
  • Page 28 7. Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. 8. Place the heatsink on the motherboard with the fan’s cable facing towards the fan connector and the fasteners matching the holes on the motherboard. CPU fan connector 9. Push down the heatsink until the four fasteners get wedged into the holes on the motherboard.

  • Page 29: Memory

    Memory These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install memories at the address below. http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ Dual-Channel mode Population Rule In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus channels simultaneously.

  • Page 30: Mounting Screw Holes

    Mounting Screw Holes When installing the motherboard, first install the necessary mounting stands required for an motherboard on the mounting plate in your computer case. If there is an I/O back plate that came with the computer case, please replace it with the I/O backplate that came with the motherboard package.

  • Page 31: Power Supply

    Power Supply Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install power supply connectors. http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 JPWR1~2: ATX Power Connectors These connectors allow you to connect an ATX power supply. To connect the ATX power supply, align the power supply cable with the connector and firmly press the cable into the connector.

  • Page 32: Expansion Slots

    Expansion Slots This motherboard contains numerous slots for expansion cards, such as discrete graphics or audio cards. PCI_E1~E4: PCIe Expansion Slot The PCIe slot supports the PCIe interface expansion card. PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot PCIe 2.0 x16 Slot PCIe 2.0 x1 Slot PCI1~3: PCI Expansion Slot The PCI slot supports additional LAN, SCSI, USB, and other add-on cards that comply with PCI specifications.

  • Page 33: Video/ Graphics Cards

    Adding on one or more discrete video cards will significantly boost the system’s graphics performance. For best compatibility, MSI graphics cards are recommended. Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to install a graphics card on PCIe x16 slot with butterfly lock.

  • Page 34: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors SATA1~6: SATA Connector This connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one SATA device. SATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray). Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to Install SATA HDD. http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc SATA2 SATA1...

  • Page 35: Cpufan1~2,Sysfan1~3: Fan Power Connectors

    CPUFAN1~2,SYSFAN1~3: Fan Power Connectors The fan power connectors support system cooling fans with +12V. If the motherboard has a System Hardware Monitor chipset on-board, you must use a specially designed fan with a speed sensor to take advantage of the CPU fan control. Remember to connect all system fans.

  • Page 36: Jfp1, Jfp2: System Panel Connectors

    JFP1, JFP2: System Panel Connectors These connectors connect to the front panel switches and LEDs. The JFP1 connector is compliant with the Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide. When ® installing the front panel connectors, please use the optional M-Connector to simplify installation.

  • Page 37: Jusb1~2: Usb 2.0 Expansion Connector

    JUSB1~2: USB 2.0 Expansion Connector This connector is designed for connecting high-speed USB peripherals such as USB HDDs, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, modems, and many others. Important Note that the VCC and GND pins must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage.

  • Page 38: Jtpm1: Tpm Module Connector

    JTPM1: TPM Module Connector This connector connects to a optional TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Module. Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details and usages. JCI1: Chassis Intrusion Connector This connector connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the computer case is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated.

  • Page 39: Jaud1: Front Panel Audio Connector

    JAUD1: Front Panel Audio Connector This connector allows you to connect the front audio panel located on your computer case. This connector is compliant with the Intel Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design ® Guide. JLPT1: Parallel Port Connector This connector is used to connect an optional parallel port bracket. The parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.

  • Page 40: Jcom1: Serial Port Connector

    JCOM1: Serial Port Connector This connector is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device. Getting Started 1-26...

  • Page 41: Jumper

    Jumper JBAT1: Clear CMOS Jumper There is CMOS RAM onboard that is external powered from a battery located on the motherboard to save system configuration data. With the CMOS RAM, the system can automatically boot into the operating system (OS) every time it is turned on. If you want to clear the system configuration, set the jumpers to clear the CMOS RAM.

  • Page 42: Drivers And Utilities

    After you install the operating system you will need to install drivers to maximize the performance of the new computer you just built. MSI motherboard comes with a Driver Disc. Drivers allow the computer to utilize your motherboard more efficiently and take advantage of any special features we provide.
  • Page 43 Chapter 2 Quick Installation This chapter provides demonstration diagrams about how to install your computer. Some of the installations also provide video demonstrations. Please link to the URL to watch it with the web browser on your phone or tablet. You may have even link to the URL by scanning the QR code. Important The diagrams in this chapter are for reference only and may vary from the product you purchased.
  • Page 44 CPU Installation http://youtu.be/bf5La099urI Quick Installation...

  • Page 45: Chapter 2 Quick Installation

    Quick Installation...

  • Page 46: Memory Installation

    Memory Installation http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ Quick Installation...

  • Page 47: Motherboard Installation

    Motherboard Installation Quick Installation...
  • Page 48 Quick Installation...

  • Page 49: Power Connectors Installation

    Power Connectors Installation http://youtu.be/gkDYyR_83I4 Quick Installation...
  • Page 50 Quick Installation...

  • Page 51: Sata Hdd Installation

    SATA HDD Installation http://youtu.be/RZsMpqxythc Quick Installation...

  • Page 52: Msata Ssd Installation

    mSATA SSD Installation Quick Installation 2-10...

  • Page 53: Front Panel Connector Installation

    Front Panel Connector Installation JFP1 Connector Installation http://youtu.be/DPELIdVNZUI Front Panel Audio Connector Installation 2-11 Quick Installation...

  • Page 54: Peripheral Connector Installation

    Peripheral Connector Installation USB2.0 Connector Installation USB3.0 Connector Installation Quick Installation 2-12...

  • Page 55: Graphics Card Installation

    Graphics Card Installation http://youtu.be/mG0GZpr9w_A 2-13 Quick Installation...
  • Page 56 Quick Installation 2-14...

  • Page 57: Chapter 3 Bios Setup

    Chapter 3 BIOS Setup CLICK BIOS is a revolutionary UEFI interface that allows you to setup and configure your system for optimum use. Using your mouse and keyboard, users can change BIOS settings, monitor CPU temperature, select the boot device priority and view system information such as the CPU name, DRAM capacity, the OS version and the BIOS version.

  • Page 58: Entering Setup

    (optional) on the motherboard to enable the system going to BIOS setup directly at next boot. Click "GO2BIOS" tab on "MSI Fast Boot" utility screen. Important Please be sure to install the “MSI Fast Boot” utility before using it to enter the BIOS setup. BOIS Setup BOIS Setup...

  • Page 59: Overview

    Overview After entering BIOS, the following screen is displayed. Temperature monitor My Favorites Language System information Boot device priority bar Virtual OC Genie Button BIOS menu BIOS menu selection selection Menu display ▶ BIOS menu selection The following options are available: ■...
  • Page 60 Enables or disables the OC Genie function by clicking on this button. When enabled, this button will be light. Enabling OC Genie function can automatically overclock with MSI optimized overclocking profile. Important We recommend that you do not to make any modification in OC menu mode and do not to load defaults after enabling the OC Genie function.
  • Page 61 Adding BIOS item to Favorite 1~5 Move the mouse cursor to highlight a BIOS setting item. Right-click (or press "F2" key) and then choose a favorite menu (Favorite 1~5) to add the BIOS item. Choose a favorite menu to add the BIOS item Deleting BIOS item from Favorite 1~5 Move the mouse cursor to highlight a BIOS item in the Favorite 1~5 menu.

  • Page 62: Operation

    Operation You can control BIOS settings with the mouse and the keyboard. The following table lists and describes the hot keys and the mouse operations. Hot key Mouse Description <↑↓→← > Select Item Move the cursor <Enter> Select Icon/ Field Click/ Double-click the left button <Esc>...

  • Page 63: Settings

    SETTINGS System Status ▶ System Date Sets the system date. Use tab key to switch between date elements. The format is <day> <month> <date> <year>. <day> Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, determined by BIOS. Read-only. <month> The month from Jan. through Dec. <date>...

  • Page 64: Advanced

    Advanced ▶ PCI Subsystem Settings Sets PCI, PCI express interface protocol and latency timer. Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. ▶ PEG0/ 1 - Gen X [Auto] Sets PCI Express protocol for matching different installed devices. PEG0 and PEG1 are as first and second PCIe x16 slots. [Auto] Enables all PCIe Gen1, Gen2 and Gen3.
  • Page 65 ▶ Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] When “Enabled”, the system UEFI network stack will support Ipv6 protocol. This item will appear when “Network Stack” is enabled. [Enabled] Enables the Ipv6 PXE boot support. [Disabled] Disables the Ipv6 PXE boot support. ▶ SATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Sets the operation mode of the onboard SATA controller.
  • Page 66 ▶ Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Sets Intel Rapid Start Technology for optimizing the system resume operation. Press ® <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. ▶ Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Intel Rapid Start Technology lets the system resume from sleep mode quickly. ®...
  • Page 67 ▶ RapidStart Display Type [BIOS Save/Restore] Selects the screen type of Intel Rapid Start Display. [BIOS Save/Restore] The BIOS POST splash screen will be saved/ restored. [DeskTop Save/Restore] The desktop image will be saved/ restored. ▶ LakeTiny Feature [Disabled] (optional) Enables or disables Intel Lake Tiny technology with iRST for SSD.
  • Page 68 ▶ Parallel (LPT) Port Configuration Sets detailed configuration of parallel port (LPT). Press <Enter> to enter the sub- menu. ▶ Parallel (LPT) Port [Enabled] Enables or disables parallel(LPT) port. ▶ Parallel (LPT) Port Settings [Auto] Sets parallel port (LPT). If set to "Auto", BIOS will optimize the IRQ automatically or you can set it manually.
  • Page 69 Disables this function. ▶ MSI Fast Boot [Disabled] MSI Fast Boot is the fastest way to boot the system. It will disable more devices to speed up system boot time which is faster than the boot time of “Fast Boot” . [Enabled] Enables the MSI Fast Boot function to speed up booting time.
  • Page 70 ▶ Secure Boot Mode [Standard] Selects the secure boot mode. This item is to select how the secure boot keys be loaded. This item appears when "Secure Boot" is enabled. [Standard] The system will automatically load the secure keys from BIOS. [Custom] Allows user to configure the secure boot settings and manually load the secure keys.

  • Page 71: Boot

    ▶ Resume From S3/S4/S5 by PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Disables or enables the system wake up by PS/2 keyboard. [Any Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when activity of any key on PS/2 keyboard is detected. [Hot Key] Enables the system to be awakened from S3/ S4/ S5 state when activity of hot key on PS/2 keyboard is detected.

  • Page 72: Save & Exit

    ▶ User Password Sets User Password for system security. Enters the user password if set; but user might have limited rights to change the BIOS items. Important When selecting the Administrator / User Password items, a password box will appear on the screen.
  • Page 73 Important • Overclocking your PC manually is only recommended for advanced users. Overclocking is not guaranteed, and if done improperly, can void your warranty or • severely damage your hardware. • If you are unfamiliar with overclocking, we advise you to use OC Genie for easy overclocking.
  • Page 74 < CPU BCLK Setting > ▶ CPU Base Clock (MHz) [Default] Sets the CPU Base clock. You may overclock the CPU by adjusting this value. Please note that overclocking behavior and stability is not guaranteed. This item appears when the installed processor supports this function. <...
  • Page 75 ▶ CPU Phase Control [Auto] Controls PWM phase proportionally to the CPU loading. If set to "Auto", BIOS will optimize the CPU PWM phase automatically. [Auto] This setting will be configured automatically by BIOS. [Normal] Sets the normal power phase profile for CPU, it could provide a stable system proformance and effective power-saving capability.
  • Page 76 ▶ Digital Compensation Level [Auto] Sets the current compensation level for CPU PWM when the MOS phases are changed. If set to "Auto", BIOS will configure this setting automatically. Higher compensation level provides more overclocking ability. ▶ Imon Overwrite [Auto] Sets the Imon current for CPU.
  • Page 77 ▶ CPU Technology Support Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. The sub-menu shows what the key features does the installed CPU support. Read only. ▶ MEMORY-Z Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu. This sub-menu displays all the settings and timings of installed memory. You can also access this information menu at any time by pressing [F5].
  • Page 78 ▶ Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] Enables or disables the hardware prefetcher (MLC Streamer prefetcher). [Enabled] Allows the hardware prefetcher to automatically pre-fetch data and instructions into L2 cache from memory for tuning the CPU performance. [Disabled] Disables the hardware prefetcher. ▶ Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled] Enables or disables the CPU hardware prefetcher (MLC Spatial prefetcher).
  • Page 79 ▶ LakeTiny Feature [Disabled] Enables or disables Intel Lake Tiny feature with iRST for SSD. This item appears when a installed CPU supports this function and "Intel C-State" is enabled. [Enabled] Enhance the dynamic IO load adjusted performance for accelerating the SSD speed.

  • Page 80: M-Flash

    Enables the system to boot from the BIOS within USB flash disk. [Disabled] Enables the system to boot from the BIOS within ROM on motherboard. *This may cause system unstable, MSI recommend it only for power users. ▶ Select one file to boot Selects a BIOS file in the USB flash disk (NTFS/ FAT 32 format) to boot the system.

  • Page 81: Oc Profile

    OC PROFILE ▶ Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 management. Press <Enter> to enter the sub- menu. ▶ Set Name for Overclocking Profile 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6 Names the current overclocking profile. ▶...

  • Page 82: Hardware Monitor

    HARDWARE MONITOR Current Temperature & Speed information control field Setting Buttons Voltage display ▶ Current Temperature & Speed information Shows the current CPU temperature, system temperature and fans' speeds. ▶ Fan control field This motherboard provides a fan speed control feature call “Smart Fan Mode”. Please check the “Smart Fan Mode”...

  • Page 83: Appendix A Realtek Audio

    Appendix A Realtek Audio The Realtek audio provides 10-channel DAC that simultaneously supports 7.1 sound playback and 2 channels of independent stereo sound output (multiple streaming) through the Front-Out-Left and Front-Out-Right channels.

  • Page 84: Software Configuration

    Software Configuration After installing the audio driver (see Chapter 1 - Driver and Utilities), the “Realtek HD Audio Manager” icon will appear at the notification area (lower right of the screen). You may double click the icon and the GUI will pop up accordingly. double click the icon It is also available to enable the audio driver by clicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager from the Control Panel.

  • Page 85: Auto Popup Dialog

    ▶ Device Selection Here you can select a audio output source to change the related options. The “check” sign (in orange) indicates the devices as default. ▶ Volume Adjustment You can control the volume or balance the right/left side of the speakers that you plugged in front or rear panel by adjust the bar.

  • Page 86: Hardware Default Setting

    Hardware Default Setting The following diagrams are audio back panel default setting. ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 2-channel speakers diagram F r o ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 4-channel speakers diagram F r o R e a Realtek Audio...
  • Page 87 ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 6-channel speakers diagram F r o C e n R e a t e r & S u b w o o f ■ Backpanel audio jacks to 8-channel speakers diagram F r o C e n R e a t e r &...

  • Page 89: Appendix B Intel Raid

    Appendix B Intel RAID This appendix will assist users in configuring and enabling RAID functionality and accelerating system on platforms...

  • Page 90: Introduction

    Introduction The motherboard comes with the Intel RAID controller that allows you to configure SATA hard drives as RAID sets. SATA hard drives deliver blistering transfer speeds up to 6 Gb/s. Serial ATA uses long, thin cables, making it easier to connect your drive and improving the airflow inside your PC.

  • Page 91: Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom

    Using Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM The Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM should be integrated with the system BIOS on all motherboards with a supported Intel chipset. The Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM is the Intel RAID implementation and provides BIOS and DOS disk services.

  • Page 92: Create Raid Volume

    After pressing the <Ctrl> and <I> keys simultaneously, the following window will appear: MAIN MENU MAIN MENU Recovery Volume Options Create RAID Volume Acceleration Options Delete RAID Volume Exit Reset Disks to Non-RAID DISK / VOLUME INFORMATION RAID Volumes : None defined.
  • Page 93 In the Disk field, press <Enter> key and use <Space> key to select the disks you want to create for the RAID volume, then click <Enter> key to finish selection. This field will become available according to the selected RAID level. Then select the strip size for the RAID array by using the “upper arrow”...
  • Page 94 Go to the Create Volume field and press <Enter>, the following screen appears for you to confirm if you are sure to create the RAID volume. Press <Y> to continue. CREATE VOLUME MENU Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID1(Mirror) Disks : Select Disks Strip Size :...
  • Page 95 ■ Delete RAID Volume Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please be noted that all data on RAID drives will be lost. Important If your system currently boots to RAID and you delete the RAID volume in the Intel RAID Option ROM, your system will become un-bootable.
  • Page 96 ■ Reset Disks to Non-RAID Select option 3 Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press <Enter> to delete the RAID volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. The following screen appears: MAIN MENU Recovery Volume Options Create RAID Volume RESET RAID DATA Recovery Volume Options Delete RAID Volume...

  • Page 97: Recovery Volume Options

    ■ Recovery Volume Options Select option 4 Recovery Volume Options and press <Enter> to change recovery volume mode. The following screen appears: RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS Enable Only Recovery Disk Enable Only Master Disk HELP Enable Only Recovery Disk - enables recovery disk if available and disables master disk.

  • Page 98: Degraded Raid Array

    Degraded RAID Array A RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 volume is reported as degraded when one of its hard drive members fails or is temporarily disconnected, and data mirroring is lost. As a result, the system can only utilize the remaining functional hard drive member. To re-establish data mirroring and restore data redundancy, refer to the procedure below that corresponds to the current situation.
  • Page 99 Exit Intel RAID Option ROM, and then reboot to Windows system. When prompted to rebuild the RAID volume, click ‘Yes’. The Intel Rapid Storage Technology application will be launched. Right-click the new hard drive and select ‘Rebuild to this Disk’. The ‘Rebuild Wizard’ will be launched which will guide you through the process of rebuilding to the new hard drive.

  • Page 100: System Acceleration (Optional

    RAID mode, skip to the step 5. Reboot and enter the BIOS steup. Set the SATA Mode to RAID in BIOS. Install Windows operating system. Insert the MSI Driver DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. Install Intel RAID driver Powered off. Connect the SSD.
  • Page 101 Run Intel Rapid Storage Technology application. Click "Enable acceleration" under Accelerate tab. Click here Select the acceleration options. Click OK and reboot the system. The page refreshes and reports the new acceleration configuration in the Acceleration View. Important You can click “More help on this page” or "More help" of the Intel Rapid Storage ®...

  • Page 102: Rst Synchronization (Optional

    RST Synchronization (optional) If you are using Maximized mode as the Acceleration mode, the data on the hard disk is not always synchronized with the data in the SSD cache. In some situations, you may want to manually sync the disks for avoiding data loss. Follow these steps to sync manually.

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